Two-three regular weekly flights by Belavia are not enough to develop all sorts of relationships between the two countries, Balogh believes. “Not only for tourists. Makes it difficult for business persons as well.”

Why No Low Costs?

The arrival of international low-cost airlines is a dream of many Belarusians who have to depart from the neighboring capitals in search for better ticket fares. However, the perspective of it has many times been described as unrealistic.

Belarusian officials occasionally mention holding talks with low-cost airlines, but state that passenger volumes in Belarus are not big enough for the latter. Besides, the country is not ready to subsidize flights.